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Small honeyeater with pale yellow throat and face, as well as a distinct black neck patch.
Not listed
At a glance
FamilyHoneyeaters
SizeMedium
RarityCommon
HabitatFlowering woodland, heath, gardens, and any canopy with nectar or insect activity.
Best timeMost reliable in Western Australia from June to September.
Sounds
Sound sampleRecorded by Marc Anderson
Range map
Range map
1142visible hotspots
16836visible records
4states
SparseModerateDense hotspot
Aggregated occurance data is sourced from 14 different actively-updating datasets including eBird Australia, iNaturalist Australia, BirdLife Australia, and multiple state-based bird surveys through Atlas of Living Australia.
Species notes
Overview
Plumage is mostly olive-gray with yellow coloration in the wing and tail. Adult has an entirely black bill, whereas juvenile’s bill is mostly yellow. Tends to be aggressive towards other species.
Behavior
Feeds on nectar and insects.
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